In this seventh episode of the Climate Pact Podcast, two European Climate Pact Ambassadors, Dr. Laura Kirwan, Sustainability & Regulatory Lead at Nutritics, & Brian Kelleher, Climate Action and Maths teacher at post-primary level, explore how Ireland’s post-primary schools are shaping the next generation of climate leaders.

Education plays a critical role in climate action but what does that look like in practice? In this episode, we unpack how Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is evolving in Ireland, how European climate goals connect to the classroom, and how schools can move from awareness to meaningful action.

In this conversation, we discuss:

🌍 Why education is one of the most powerful tools in tackling climate change
📚 How sustainability education is developing across Ireland’s post-primary system
Where European climate goals fit within Irish school curricula
🏫 Practical ways schools can embed sustainability into everyday school life
🏆 The impact of competitions, national initiatives and programmes in amplifying student voice
💬 Supporting students experiencing climate anxiety while teaching climate challenges and solutions
⚖️ The biggest opportunities and barriers for embedding sustainability across subjects

Whether you are a teacher, school leader, policymaker, student, or simply passionate about climate education, this episode offers practical insights and honest reflections on building a whole-school approach to sustainability.

Tune in to discover how classrooms across Ireland are becoming catalysts for climate action.

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Recorded live at the vibrant Púca Festival in Trim, Co. Meath, this special episode brings together European Climate Pact Ambassadors and a guest expert, Patricia White (Duffy), Marketing & Business Development Manager, Drogheda Credit Union Ltd., to explore what it truly means to host a sustainable festival or event.

In this conversation, we dive into:

What defines a sustainable festival or event
How Ireland can lead the way in sustainable cultural events across Europe
The power of culture & community - can festivals really change how people think about climate change?
🌍 Real-world challenges, inspiring solutions, and how organisers can make events greener, fairer, and more impactful.

From creative ideas to practical insights, this episode blends culture, climate action, and community spirit—all against the backdrop of one of Ireland’s most magical festivals.

Whether you're a festival organiser, sustainability practitioner, or simply curious about the future of green events, this episode is for you.

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Learn more about the European Climate Pact and how to get involved.

Visit the European Climate Pact website for engagement tools to help start your sustainability journey: https://climate-pact.europa.eu/get-involved/host-group-activity/quick-start-tools-citizen-engagement_en

For more episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7zbPPf7Wqc1fu3I1gkIvFBrdWb3PVfFY&feature=shared

Hosted by European Climate Pact Ambassadors, Brian Kelleher, GCE & Sustainability Educator, and Javad Hosseinian, CEO of JH Compliance Consultancy, this podcast explores how science, communities, and technology can work hand in hand to tackle the pressing challenges of climate change. 🌍

This episode dives into inspiring stories and practical innovations driving Europe’s green transition — from renewable energy to local community action and climate education.

🎙️ Join our hosts as they share insights, spark conversation, and remind us that building a sustainable future is a shared journey.

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Visit the European Climate Pact website for engagement tools to help start your sustainability journey: https://climate-pact.europa.eu/get-involved/host-group-activity/quick-start-tools-citizen-engagement_en

For more episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7zbPPf7Wqc1fu3I1gkIvFBrdWb3PVfFY&feature=shared